| Working in Challenging Environments | Testimonials | Working in Challenging Environments syllabus Security awareness A challenging or hostile region can be unpredictable, so awareness is your first line of defence. We cover the essential factors that could impact you. Threat assessment What are the actual risks? Political, criminal, economic, terrorist. Culture and its impact The importance to your business of cultural and religious understanding Issues for women The new and unconventional threat Terrorism and the 'new world order' in the post-9/11 world Chemical, biological and radiological incident risks How businesses must adapt Medical In the event of medical trauma there may not be a hospital or ambulance nearby, so you need to act confidently and effectively. The medical skills we teach are designed for these emergencies: they're simple and effective, and use the minimum of equipment. Through lots of practice as well as lectures, you learn: Medical intelligence: medical overview of relevant regions, how to reduce the chances of contracting an avoidable illness, effects of disease and illness Primary and secondary survey skills, airway management Primary treatment, controlling major bleeding, wounds Fractures Burns and scalds CPR Chemical, biological and radiological weapons, effects and prophylaxis Management of a road traffic accident Common diseases and treatment Travel medicine, prophylaxis, vaccinations and effective drugs Climatic conditions: heat and cold Managing confrontation You How to maintain the body through food intake, exercise and clothing Maintaining your mental equilibrium and psychological strength How to increase the time that you can operate at or near your peak efficiency Confrontation Avoiding and controlling confrontation Types of threat and attack Hostage-taking How to avoid being taken If it happens, how to read events and what you can do to stay safe Security planning Your security has a number of important components. Thinking ahead and planning for all contingencies is an essential part of your safety. Personal security Deterring criminals Local knowledge Clothing Security at home Travel and vehicle security and safety Local travel procedures Staying safe en route Selecting and checking your vehicle IT security Technological overview and associated risks Network vulnerabilities Cyber crime Data compromise How to address and respond to the risks Hotel security Staying safe in your hotel Contingency planning Define the aim and the risks Do your homework - who's involved, specific dangers, climate, time frame, geography Essential equipment - what will you need? Contingencies and emergency procedures - the What If? factor Control, teamwork, responsibility, accountability What to do on arrival in-country, how to fine-tune your plans